CVE-2009-2261
UnknownEPSS 41.42%
Last modified
CVE-2009-2261 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PeaZIP 2.6.1, 2.5.1, and earlier on Windows allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a .zip archive with a .txt file whose name contains | (pipe) characters and a command.. EPSS estimates a 41.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
PeaZIP 2.6.1, 2.5.1, and earlier on Windows allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a .zip archive with a .txt file whose name contains | (pipe) characters and a command.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | <= 2.5.1 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.0 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.1 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.2 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.3 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.4 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.5 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.6 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.7 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.8 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.8.1 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.8.2 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.9 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.9.1 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.9.2 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.9.3 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.10 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 1.11 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 2.0 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 2.1 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 2.2 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 2.3a |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 2.4 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 2.4.1 |
| Giorgio Tani | Peazip | 2.6.1 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-2261?
PeaZIP 2.6.1, 2.5.1, and earlier on Windows allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a .zip archive with a .txt file whose name contains | (pipe) characters and a command.
How severe is CVE-2009-2261?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2261 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 41.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2261?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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